The Kiss
The Kiss

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The Kiss

1965
Movie
73 min
Romanian

Country Life in the Stalinization (1951) in the middle of winter înaintede New Year, mother-in-law Maria and her daughter Saveta (Graziela Albini) awaits son or husband (George) went to the front. Unfortunately he think of his mother only begins to see visions of the past and falls in bed.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Frank RoddamGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In this British drama, a young woman from a wealthy family finds herself drawn to a man from a much poorer background. Their burgeoning romance is met with disapproval from her family, leading to emotional turmoil and difficult choices.

Critical Reception

The Kiss received a mixed to positive reception upon its release, with critics often praising its sensitive portrayal of class differences and romantic struggles, though some found its pacing to be slow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its exploration of social divides in romance.

  • Appreciated for the nuanced performances of the lead actors.

  • Some reviewers noted a deliberate, sometimes too slow, narrative pace.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but available comments suggest appreciation for the film's emotional depth and classic romantic drama elements.

Fun Fact

The film was Frank Roddam's feature directorial debut, who later went on to direct the iconic Quadrophenia.

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